How to turn feelings of helplessness into support after the Bondi attack
After the attack on Australia’s Jewish community that killed 15 people at Bondi Beach, you might be feeling unsure about how to support those affected. “An event like this produces a sense of powerlessness and helplessness,” explains Christopher Hall, CEO at Grief Australia. But he says it’s possible to convert those feelings into small actions […]
How to manage feelings of distress, fear and anxiety after the Bondi attack
Confronting footage of gunmen shooting into a crowd of people in Bondi made headlines on Sunday night. Two men killed at least 15 people in an act of terrorism, marking one of Australia’s deadliest attacks. Videos with confronting images and scenes circulated throughout the night and into the week. If you or anyone you know […]
How to talk to your kids about the Bondi Beach shooting
It is difficult enough to process news of the Bondi Beach shooting as an adult, but how do you even begin to explain it to a child? Fifteen people, including a child, have been killed in the terror attack. This is what three psychologists say about how to talk with your kids about it. ‘Be […]